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Mercy Circle was wonderful. My dad was able to heal with support kindness and support. We highly recommend Mercy Circle to everyone.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A faith-based not-for-profit communityMercy Circle’s residents and staff together create a vibrant, caring community where all people are welcome and our non-profit status is reflected in no entrance fees. Residents pay only a monthly fee, which includes meals, services, amenities and...
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55 Floor plans available
9.9
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Brookdale is a very friendly community with nice people. My apartment is spacious and reasonable. I enjoy the meals and chats with the Director of Dining Services. I would recommend the Brookdale community!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...
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I have lived at Brookdale Oak Park three and half years. The staff is great and responsive, helpful and capable. The food is pretty good. The Executive Chief tries new dishes. The wait staff treats you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Everything You Want, Everything You NeedIf first impressions are everything, we think we make a pretty good one. Nestled between historic Frank Lloyd Wright homes and a vibrant downtown shopping district, the location of our independent and assisted living community is just the start of what...
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I feel that Brookdale Glen Ellyn has added to my longevity. I eat much better here than I would have if I lived alone. There are numerous socialization opportunities and activities to choose from. Also, I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our senior living community just outside of Chicago might be the right fit for you.Here you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. Trade home...
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15 reviews
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I would rate it all a 5. They are very accommodating, friendly and my mom is very happy there. Yes, we would recommend Cantata Adult Life to other families! They've been great!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Cantata continuum of care—Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Short-Term Rehab, and Long-Term Care—allows you to live your best life today, tomorrow and into the future. Located in Brookfield, Cantata offers exceptional care in a comfortable environment that feels like home....
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9.5
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70 reviews
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We have had a great experience with the staff. There have been a few things that have broken, like a faucet leak and an air conditioner not working. They were awesome! We never waited more than a couple...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Don't let our value prices fool you -- Autumn Green is a beautiful community!   Autumn Green at Midway Village offers full-service rental retirement living at a mid-range price for persons aged 62+ OR For-sale condominiums for persons aged 55+ in the adjacent Midway Village...
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high turnover prevents staff from getting to know each resident and understand unique needs. when it comes to the activities they don't "direct" residents to join. They let them opt out. However, we would...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace is changing the view on Alzheimer's care. We have recognized that a diagnosis of dementia for a loved one is a diagnosis for the whole family. We believe that keeping a family connected is imperative to not only providing the best possible, personalized care to the...
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66 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.2
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The employees the direct contact people are the best. Yes, we would recommend American House Oak Park to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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9.5
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The staff is very friendly, the activities are great. Administration seems to have a lot of turnover, leading to frequent changes in policies, but they seem to listen to their residents for the most part.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Start living an upscale lifestyle in the spring of 2021 at The Sheridan at Oak Brook. Learn about our exclusive Diamond Charter Membership!The Sheridan at Oak Brook is located in one of Chicago’s most fancied neighborhoods. Part of the Signature Collection at Senior Lifestyle, this community...
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Great place, good service but expensive and they raise prices every September so be prepared to pay, outstanding food. It depends on one's needs for care so it is a tiered pricing schedule. only negative is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Summit of Uptown is located in the heart of Park Ridge and offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community features spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments within an active lifestyle community.We offer onsite daily activities focused on building deep...
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Photo of Sunrise at Fountain Square
2121 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.8
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If it's for assisted living I would ask how often the loved ones are checked on regardless if they press their buttons. Overall my mom was taken care of fairly well, but passed away after 12 days so I do not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sunrise Senior Living introduces Fountain Square, a beautiful environment designed to fit your lifestyle...today and tomorrow! Located in Lombard, Illinois, about 20 miles west of downtown Chicago and offers assisted living, independent living, and 2 levels of memory care - Reminiscence and...
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Variety of activities even though my mom participates in few. Most of the care partners are very patient and kind to the residents, although there are a couple that complain a bit. The staff are very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Artis—where empowerment, pride and fulfillment define memory careAt Artis Senior Living, our mission is to provide the finest level in Memory Care and assisted living through individually designed programs combined with a passionate dedication to each resident’s individualized comforts...
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9.8
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Staff attentive to the needs of residents and families. Communication is frequent and clear. Questions are addressed in timely manner. Upper management heavily involved.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Harvester Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Chicago area. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a personal touch that makes every resident feel welcome and at ease. Our services and...
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We have found the indigo staff to be friendly and it has been a good place for my mom. They have a new activities coordinator that has been doing a nice job with more activities including some that involve...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Chapters Living of Elmhurst, we recognize it’s a privilege to serve as a dedicated support system for our residents. With a deep commitment to personalized care, our compassionate teams strive to create tailored experiences for our residents, ensuring their individual needs are met. Through...
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My family discovered Clarendale Six Corners while trying to find placement for our mother with advanced dementia (her primary caregiver was unexpectedly hospitalized) and we could not be happier with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Clarendale Six Corners is Chicago's most anticipated senior living community now open for you to experience! On a triangular corner of Six Corners in Northwest Chicago, Illinois, you’ll discover 10 floors of casual sophistication, superb hospitality services and great amenities.You'll enjoy...
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Right now it is under construction. So it is messy right now. But when complete it should be very nice and updated. I would recommend
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Roosevelt at Salt Creek is a new premier Senior Living community nestled in the heart of Elmhurst, IL. Formerly Lexington Square, the community was recently acquired by a Chicago-based real estate investment and asset management firm who will begin a multi-faceted, 25+ million dollar...
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The staff and administrators were very responsive to questions and concerns. I was able to attend all activities if I wanted to and sit with the group to listen to music or watch tv. They held care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Have you noticed that something doesn't seem right with mom or dad these days? It could be subtle or it could be something that's pretty obvious. Regardless, you've turned to the Internet for a reason and the best choice for assisted living is also Chicago's most notable and...
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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Staff is friendly and attentive. When Mom first moved in they helped her get accustomed to living in a new home. She hasn't participated in activities yet. Food I'd good with many options at each meal. Mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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8.9
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8.9
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The Concord Place is ok. It's no Taj Mahal but, it's far better than a quarter a night flop house on skid row where I once delivered western union telegrams when i was 16 yrs old. Over all the place is quite...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT CONCORD PLACE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY We are so much more than a senior community. Concord Place Retirement Community is home. For over 25 years we have prided ourselves in creating a culture and atmosphere of comfort and love. To that end, we have focused our efforts...
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I rate all categories a 5!!! Staff: kind, caring, helpful and always on time-on giving meds. This is a wonderful place to live.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cordia Senior Residence is taking senior living to a new level and it all begins with the fresh and innovative approach that we take towards it. Through our staff and a variety of unique and engaging programs, we inspire our residents to lead lives on the own terms. At Cordia Senior Residence, we...
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9.3
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I would rate a 5 on every question except on the Administration who I rate 3. My experience has been really excellent and I would invite every family to make a visit.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community offers 270 spacious independent living residences and 64 licensed assisted living apartments in a variety of floor plans. Independent living amenities include: restaurant-style dinner served daily, 24-hour staff and emergency call system, Wellness Clinic and...
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8.7
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it is basically independent living very clean and you can pick and choose your friends. I have been here about a year now. I love the chapel and if not able to attend mass, communion is brought to me. I'm do...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Celebrate Senior Living of Niles is a close-knit continuing care senior retirement community with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing rehabilitation care. It is located in the Village of Niles, Cook County, Illinois, a peaceful suburb ten minutes from Chicago.As...
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8.1
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141 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is just everything. Our loved one is happy there and we would definitely recommend Bridgeway of Bensenville to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bridgeway of Bensenville features independent living homes and apartments offering a worry-free lifestyle. Additionally, Bridgeway of Bensenville offers various levels of assisted living and memory care to those that require more help with daily activities.Lifestyle Amenities:Choice of large...
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77 Floor plans available
8.9
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66 reviews
8.9
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66 reviews
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5 for all....im very happy with quality of care. Open sunny areas...rooms. Residents are looked after. Activities and movies daily. Bright atmosphere
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belmont Village of Oak Park is located in the heart of historic Oak Park, a western suburb of Chicago. Our senior living residents don't have to go far to enjoy all the 'Windy City' has to offer. Close to the facility are shops, galleries, places of worship, and RUSH Oak Park Hospital. And when...
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11 Video available
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77 Floor plans available
7.7
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12 reviews
7.7
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12 reviews
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Day & afternoon staff are a 5 they work well and speak well with residents and some even go above & beyond. Nurses on Day & afternoons are great. Nights need an extra hand a rover that can go to both floors...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of assisted living in Forest Park, IL

The average cost of senior living in Forest Park is $5,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McCook, IL with an average of $5,638 per month.

Assisted living costs in Forest Park, IL, vs. nearby cities

Forest Park, IL
$5,725/mo
$5,794/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest Park, IL, vs. state and national averages

Forest Park, IL
$5,725/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest Park, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,725/mo
$5,747/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest Park, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,535/mo
Studio
$5,975/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,192/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,831/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,013/mo

Senior living costs in Forest Park vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Forest Park, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest Park, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,725/mo$5,079/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,747/mo$5,098/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living$6,031/mo$4,489/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Forest Park, IL:$5,725/mo
Illinois:$5,079/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Forest Park, IL:$5,747/mo
Illinois:$5,098/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Forest Park, IL:$6,031/mo
Illinois:$4,489/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest Park, IL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Forest Park.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forest Park

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest Park

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.

Oak Trace a CCRC in Downers Grove, IL

4.8
They're short of help, all the way around. That's the main challenge. Sometimes it's hard to find a nurse on the nursing floor. But I really like the assisted living building. They're very good with their activities and keeping their people up to date on things. I had one relative move to ...
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Forest Park review score based on 337 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 337 reviews of 53 Forest Park assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forest Park review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Forest Park review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Forest Park, IL53 facilities
8.2
North Riverside, IL50 facilities
8.5
Maywood, IL56 facilities

Review subcategories for Forest Park assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 337 reviews of 53 Forest Park assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest Park resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Forest Park, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Forest Park assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Park assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Park, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Forest Park assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Forest Park that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest Park, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.4%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.6%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.5%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.5%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.3%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.5%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest Park assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Forest Park Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest Park, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.5%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.9%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.4%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.1%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest Park assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Forest Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Park, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.4%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
58.2%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.2%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Park assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Forest Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Park, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.2%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.1%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.6%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Park assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Forest Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Park, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
61.8%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.2%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.2%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.5%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.5%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
67.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
74.5%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
76.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
56.4%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.5%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.4%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest Park

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Forest Park protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forest Park, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 57 assisted living facilities near Forest Park, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Forest Park, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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